At this rate, the risk is high that our country's competitive position will drop even further.

He was cowed by her intelligence.

One of the reasons some workers hesitate to use their paid holidays is that they fear unfavorable reactions from their colleagues or superiors.

We were in danger of losing our lives.

We were in danger of losing our lives.

The puncture wound was very deep and had to be examined for infection.

The threatening floods made it necessary to evacuate the town.

Is there any risk of being caught by the police?

Slight inattention can cause a great disaster.

Fear of pollution discouraged people from building homes near power plants.

It threatens to rain.

A little heavier rain might cause a flood.

The beautiful bird is said to be in danger of dying out.

That species of bird is said to be in danger of dying out.

Such an accident is likely to happen again.

This hut is in danger of falling down.

Also, there is a greater risk of accidents.

In either case, the division is real and useful; but it can also be misleading.

It's the answer that led those who've been told for so long, by so many, to be cynical and fearful and doubtful about what we can achieve, to put their hands on the arc of history and bend it once more toward the hope of a better day.

There is a risk that it may become stormy.